Ann Cummings

A breakthrough in negotiations between House and Senate lawmakers has cleared the path for legislation that will pump an additional $120 million a year into Vermont’s child care system.

In a vote that some advocates say could “change the trajectory” of Vermont, the State Senate on Thursday gave preliminary approval to legislation that would increase child care subsidies to Vermont parents by more than $120 million a year.

Key lawmakers are questioning Gov. Phil Scott's plan to finance a $7-million increase in child care funds, saying the proposal is akin to "raiding" the…

The political battle lines are taking shape in what will likely be one of the more contentious policy debates of the 2018 legislative session.On Thursday…

With the Legislature back in session, it's open season to discuss taxes. And there are many tax issues to talk about.In his budget address, Gov. Phil…

Washington County Sen. Ann Cummings has reclaimed the chairwomanship of the powerful Senate committee she lost in 2013 after trying to wrest leadership…